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Door handles and locks: the key to choosing wisely

Shopping for door handles and locks? Beyond appearance, other important aspects should be taken into consideration, such as ergonomics, ease of installation, quality and, of course, security. Here are a few tips for making the right choice.

Parts and features

Here are the main parts of a door lock and their different features.

1 - Cylinder and guard

The cylinder contains the lock mechanism. A strong metal shield, the cylinder guard, is fastened to the cylinder collar. Inserting and turning the key actuates the deadbolt.

Some lock manufacturers make systems that can be configured so the user can activate or deactivate the keys that can be used with the lock, without having to call a locksmith.

2 - Deadbolt

Solid cylindrical metal bar with a flat end, which locks the door by being projected into the strike. The bolt is actuated by the key or thumb turn.

3 - Thumb turn (or turn button)

Button that actuates the bolt from the inside, to lock or unlock the door.

4 - Strike plate

Metal plate with an opening, fastened over the hole in the door frame, which receives the bolt that closes and/or locks the door.

5 - Rose

Decorative plate surrounding the door handle.

6 - Axle

Metal rod that links the two parts of the doorknob and actuates the bolt when turned.

7 - Faceplate

Metal plate with an opening, fastened over the hole in the door edge, through which the bolt moves.

8 - Latch bolt

Solid cylindrical metal bar which holds the door closed when projected into the strike. The bolt is actuated by the doorknob or lever.

Types of finishes

Door hardware comes in a variety of finishes, the most common being brass, polished brass, antique brass, pewter, stainless steel, satin nickel and satin chrome.

Types of door handles

Here are the advantages and features of different types of door handles on the market. They should be chosen according to your door's features and to how handy you are.

Rounded shape

Features
The size and rounded shape of the doorknob are designed to fit in the palm of the hand.A twist of the wrist turns the doorknob and operates the latch or bolt.

Exists in "passage", "privacy" and "keyed" versions.

Advantages

Rounded, ball, bell, tulip and other shapes are available to match all decors

Handleset

Features
In the past, this mechanism lifted a latch in the form of a horizontal metal bar. The modern version operates a bolt.

The bolt is operated by depressing the thumb piece. The handle is designed so that the thumb is in a natural position for pressing and the rest of the hand has a firm grip.Used almost exclusively on front doors, in conjunction with a deadbolt lock.

Entry handleset

Features
Handle comprising a thumb piece and grip on the outside and a traditional knob or lever on the inside.

The handle is part of a set that also includes a deadbolt lock.

The handle and lock can be in two separate pieces or as one unit. In the case of a single unit, if it is a replacement, measure the distance between the existing lock and handle holes on the door, because this distance is not standard.

Keyless Deadbolt Lock

The door can be locked and unlocked with a digital code, or mechanically using a key if the battery is dead. A warning signal sounds when the batteries are low.

The lock can be programmed with personal codes for each user. It is advisable to use several codes and/or change code regularly. If the code is never changed, the keypad can become worn and reveal which digits are being used.

Latch

Features
Still a very popular option, especially in apartments, this type of lock can work either as a deadbolt or as a latch bolt to lock the door automatically upon closing. It can also be held in an unlocked position.

The lock opens from the outside using a key and from the inside by turning a small knob (easy to use in an emergency).

Installation: how it's done

Here are a few general guidelines to help you install locks and doorknobs.

Measure the thickness of the door. Handles and locksets can be installed on doors between 1 3/8" and 1 ¾" thick.

It is also worth knowing that factory-made doors (with holes ready drilled for the hardware) are all standard. Be sure to make the strike hole level with the pre-drilled hole in the door.

If you choose an undrilled door, make sure that you bore the holes for the handle and strike at exactly the same level – usually at a height of 36" (to the hole centre) for residential doors and 39 3/4" for commercial doors. A template is included with the door handle to help you drill the holes correctly.

If you are replacing an exterior door, it is advisable to choose the handle and lock at the same time. That way, when you order the door, the manufacturer will bore the holes to the right dimensions.